Children's Dentistry of Twin Falls
Saturday, December 4, 2010
No Cavity Club: November 2010
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
No Cavity Club: October 2010
Congratulations to the members of our October 2010 "No Cavity Club". Keep up the good job brushing and flossing, we hope to see you back in the club in 6 months!
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Ask Dr. Young and Dr. Higham: How often should children be seen for check-ups?
How often should children be seen for check-ups? Children should visit the dentist every 6 months unless recommended otherwise. Baby teeth only have half the protective enamel compared to permanent teeth and can develop cavities much faster. New teeth are not completely mineralized, and regular fluoride treatments and protective sealants can get them off to a good start. Is it time to schedule your child's exam? Call our office at 733-9331!
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
We are excited to announce our new "No Cavity Club"
Children's Dentistry of Twin Falls is excited announce our new "No Cavity Club". When you come in for a regular check-up and cleaning, and you have no cavities, you are automatically a member. Get your picture taken, put it up on our bulletin board, and you will be entered into a monthly drawing for three super fun and cool prizes. You will also be featured on our website and blog (with parents permission of course)! Keep brushing and flossing, let's see how big our club can get!!!!
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Ask Dr. Young and Dr. Higham: Tell us about cavities.
Did you know that cavities are an infectious disease? Cavities are caused by certain types of bacteria that are usually passed from the primary caregiver to the child. Sharing food utensils and cleaning a pacifier in your mouth are a few ways cavity causing bacteria are passed along.
Diet habits are one of the major, controllable factors determining dental health. Infants and toddlers who take bottle or sippy-cup to bed filled with milk, juice or another sweetened beverage can develop severe cavities at a very young age. Popular snacks and beverages such as chocolate milk and fruit snacks can result in early childhood cavities. Candy, sugar gum, and soda pop should be special, infrequent treats. Encourage healthy snacks that won’t cause cavities such as fresh fruits and vegetables, cheese and nuts
Diet habits are one of the major, controllable factors determining dental health. Infants and toddlers who take bottle or sippy-cup to bed filled with milk, juice or another sweetened beverage can develop severe cavities at a very young age. Popular snacks and beverages such as chocolate milk and fruit snacks can result in early childhood cavities. Candy, sugar gum, and soda pop should be special, infrequent treats. Encourage healthy snacks that won’t cause cavities such as fresh fruits and vegetables, cheese and nuts
Monday, September 13, 2010
Ask Dr. Young and Dr. Higham: When do I need to start taking my child to the dentist?
Many parents wonder when they should start taking their children to the dentist. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that parents establish a dental home for their children 6 months after their first tooth erupts or by their first year of age. Dr. Young and Dr. Higham will show you how to keep your children’s teeth healthy and significantly reduce the risk of early childhood cavities. If your child is older than one year, it is time to see the dentist!
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Back to School Special
Back to school means time to get back to the dentist! Take advantage of our Back to School Special: Exam, X-rays, Cleaning, and Fluoride all for only $75! That's over $100 in savings. New patients only. Call (208) 733-9331 today to schedule your appointment. Tell us you saw our blog. Feel free to pass this info on to a friend.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Meet our Doctors, Dr. Young and Dr. Higham
Dr. Dallin Young spent most of his childhood in Utah. After graduating from high school, he attended Brigham Young University (BYU) in Provo Utah, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Human Biology (1997), and a Master’s of Science in Zoology (2000). Following his studies at BYU, he and his wife moved to Iowa to attend University of Iowa College of Dentistry, where he graduated in 2003. Dr. Young continued his training and completed a two year specialty program in Pediatric Dentistry at the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin.
Dr. Young opened Magic Valley’s first full time pediatric dental practice in August of 2005. He continued his pursuit in educational excellence and became board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry in 2009. Dr. Young is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Idaho State Dental Association. He continually updates his knowledge of pediatric dentistry by participating in local and national continuing education courses.
Dr. Young enjoys spending time with his wife Susan, and their four children. In addition to playing competitive tennis, he enjoys mountain and road biking, fishing, and camping. One of his favorite hobbies is catching and raising butterflies and moths with his children.
“I have always wanted to work with children. Pediatric dentistry is particularly rewarding because I get to be a part of children’s first impression of dentistry. Helping children get out of pain so they can eat, sleep, and concentrate literally changes their lives. Making dental check-ups fun, and motivating children to take care of their teeth makes every day rewarding in our practice.”
Dr. Jordan Higham was born and raised in the Idaho Falls area, graduating from Shelley High School in 1996. He received his bachelor’s degree from Idaho State in 2003. He and his wife then moved to Seattle to attend the University of Washington School of Dentistry, where he graduated in 2007. After graduation, he pursued specialty training in pediatric dentistry at the University of Rochester/Eastman Institute for Oral Health. After two years in New York, Dr. Higham completed his specialty training and moved back to Idaho Falls. He is a member of the American Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the Academy for Sports Dentistry.
Dr. Higham has been married for 8 years and loves spending time with his wife and children. When he is not in the office, Dr. Higham enjoys golfing, attending sporting events, traveling, and spending time with his family.
“What I enjoy most about pediatric dentistry is creating long-term relationships with the kids; whether it’s helping a fearful child feel comfortable in the office, or having children run up to me on the playground excited to show me that they lost another tooth. I enjoy getting to know the kids and watching them grow.”
Dr. Young opened Magic Valley’s first full time pediatric dental practice in August of 2005. He continued his pursuit in educational excellence and became board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry in 2009. Dr. Young is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Idaho State Dental Association. He continually updates his knowledge of pediatric dentistry by participating in local and national continuing education courses.
Dr. Young enjoys spending time with his wife Susan, and their four children. In addition to playing competitive tennis, he enjoys mountain and road biking, fishing, and camping. One of his favorite hobbies is catching and raising butterflies and moths with his children.
“I have always wanted to work with children. Pediatric dentistry is particularly rewarding because I get to be a part of children’s first impression of dentistry. Helping children get out of pain so they can eat, sleep, and concentrate literally changes their lives. Making dental check-ups fun, and motivating children to take care of their teeth makes every day rewarding in our practice.”
Dr. Jordan Higham was born and raised in the Idaho Falls area, graduating from Shelley High School in 1996. He received his bachelor’s degree from Idaho State in 2003. He and his wife then moved to Seattle to attend the University of Washington School of Dentistry, where he graduated in 2007. After graduation, he pursued specialty training in pediatric dentistry at the University of Rochester/Eastman Institute for Oral Health. After two years in New York, Dr. Higham completed his specialty training and moved back to Idaho Falls. He is a member of the American Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the Academy for Sports Dentistry.
Dr. Higham has been married for 8 years and loves spending time with his wife and children. When he is not in the office, Dr. Higham enjoys golfing, attending sporting events, traveling, and spending time with his family.
“What I enjoy most about pediatric dentistry is creating long-term relationships with the kids; whether it’s helping a fearful child feel comfortable in the office, or having children run up to me on the playground excited to show me that they lost another tooth. I enjoy getting to know the kids and watching them grow.”
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